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We recently caught up with swimwear and fashion maven Shoshanna Gruss to get the scoop on her favorite pieces from her Shoshanna swimwear line as well as some tips on how to look and feel fabulous in your swimsuits all season long!

What are some of your go-to pieces for staying cool in the summer while looking work appropriate?

M: Dresses carry me through these hot Las Vegas summers! I’m all about a fun feminine print with color. I love the duality of either wearing a bold dress with simple shoes and accessories with or wearing a beautiful basic dress and pulling it together with more statement accents!

What are some of your can’t-live-without accessories this season?

M: Year-round, I cannot live without sunglasses! I love how the right pair can completely bring your outfit together. Whether it’s a fun and brightly colored pair for a fun day at the beach/pool or a more classic, put-together pair--- sunglasses are my absolute favorite accessories!

Describe your perfect day-to-night ensemble.

M: My perfect day-to-night outfit will always consist of a nice pair of dark denim with a basic top, which can then be dressed up with jewelry and beautiful shoes for the evening.

N:The artisans and craftsman of the world, the breathtaking embroideries in the Met show, my own extensive archive and a lifetime of travels to souks and markets from all over.

Describe the woman you design for.

N: Our woman is sexy and powerful, feminine and taken seriously. She’s the life of the party…she’s the boss.

What are some things that are on top of your must-have list for fall transition?

N: There are so many great new pieces from our fall collection! The Love Crime Dress is a great desk-to-dinner dress and the print is beautiful. The Interwoven Pullover is perfect for those fall nights you find yourself walking around the city or in front of a campfire. For a classic go-to look with tights and booties, the No Regrets Dress is incredibly flattering.

Where/when do you feel your most creative?

N: A trip to Paris or Morocco with my daughter, Violet, is always inspiring. I’m always anxious to get back into the studio and work out the ideas that have been brewing.

New York Fashion Week is just around the corner; what are you most looking forward to this time around?

N: We’ve been working really hard to get more runway looks into production so the customer can shop straight from the fashion show.

As one of the founding brands of the premium denim market, Hudson is a company built on the simple yet profound goal to transcend product and inspire people everywhere to live their true passion.

Fast-forward about 12 years later, Hudson has experienced an awakening of sorts. The premium denim landscape that it has helped pioneer, has changed. The competition noise has become deafening, and Hudson was certainly not immune to allowing themselves to follow the conventions of the fashion industry over the years.

It is with this realization that Hudson founder Peter Kim, along with his team, set out to redefine the brand—to reject the unrealistic fashion stereotypes and expectations.

Hudson invites you to embrace individuality, to take their denim and feel free to expresses yourself in your truest form. As they say, "Start here and build something good." And judging from their amazing collection of premium denim, it's a pretty great place to start.

You always manage to pull off a certain level of “chic-yet-effortless”, both in your designs and your own personal style. How did you translate that signature look into your fall 2014 collection?

RT: For fall we wanted to use unexpected pairings of colors, techniques, and fabrics. For example, we mixed crepe and jersey to create the Stacy Top, which is both a weekend and a weekday staple. I love how the White Noise Dress is a “throw on and go” option—the combo of chiffon and silk gives it an uncomplicated charm.

Plus, you can wear the combo pieces separately! Our Jersey and Lace Tee is an update to your basic everyday tee shirt. The lace detailing gives it an elevated feel. I love the idea of effortless chic. The Short Sleeve Lynx Top paired back with a pair of boyfriend jeans is my go to for a casual day at the office. The print is soft, feminine and easy. For the chilly weekend nights I always tend to find myself pulling out my Long Sleeve Chain Sweatshirt. I like to layer this back to a plaid oxford and jeans.

What tips do you have for busy, stylish women when it comes to versatile day-to-night dressing?

RT: Pick something you really love and feel comfortable in. The Dotty Dress is a good balance between feminine and demure; the mesh lace sleeve adds a touch of sheerness while still being appropriate. The embellished Georgette Top can be worn layered for day with a blazer or cardi, and then by itself for dinner or a date.

For the businesswoman, our Tweed and Leather Shift Dress is a perfect staple black dress that can be worn to the office and then out to happy hour paired with a statement bag and heels.

If I can give one piece of advice for the fall season, it would be to keep it simple and chic. I’m loving the idea of the Sleeveless Tweed Ponte Dress with Lace, this piece is a great mixture of texture and femininity---and can go from day to night!

My favorite things about fall are…

RT: Outerwear and sweaters! I love the idea of an oversized knit such as a long sleeve v-neck color block pullover paired with a textured skirt like our Textured Flounce Skirt.

Prints are also a must. One of my favorites is our Leopard Peacoat. I love a good animal print and this coat also embodies a menswear silhouette, which is another look I am crazed over for fall.

Neutral pallets are another essential, and should be incorporated every woman’s closet for the season. The Sleeveless V-neck Crepe Top in Pumice is a great layering piece which can be worn with a jacket, chunky cardigan or even alone paired with a skinny jean and boots.

With fashion’s most awaited week only a few days away, we thought we’d highlight a few of our current favorites from designers who will be gracing the runways in New York City! From exotic and vibrant Mara Hoffman swimwear to the always-glamorous Badgley Mischka, it’s primed to be a very fashionable week, even if you can’t make it out to the front rows of your favorite designers’ shows.

You can find these Fashion Week designers, the hottest trends and more in Coveted, our contemporary fashion boutique!

Lola from Copacabana would have adored the vibrant tropical vibes of the Nicole Miller Spring 2015 collection at New York Fashion Week this past weekend. Marked by eye-catching prints with plenty of high-contrast black and white in the mix, the stunning assortment sashayed down an optical black and white runway inspired by the pavements of the legendary Rio neighborhood.

The decidedly feminine collection offered up lots of bodycon silhouettes, ruffled hemlines, pencil skirts, and there was certainly no shortage of cropped tops! Seeing this fun and lively lineup makes us even more excited for spring!